News Summary
Novi City is progressing on the sale of land to Novi Industrial LLC for the construction of a sand silo. The initiative aims to boost local industry and enhance economic development. The location, near Water Tower Park, has been carefully selected to ensure minimal impact on community amenities. The collaboration between the city and Novi Industrial highlights a commitment to supporting local business while maintaining careful oversight of property rights. Funds from this sale will contribute to the city’s capital improvement program, benefiting residents in the future.
Novi City Moves Forward with Sand Silo Construction
The city of Novi is buzzing with excitement as they prepare for the sale of a chunk of land to Novi Industrial LLC for a cool $68,000. This space will be transformed into a sand silo, which will not only help in storage but also play a significant role in enhancing local industry.
What’s on the Horizon?
The plan revolves around the construction of a storage tower that promises to impact the local economy positively. Temperform, a tenant of Novi Industrial, is on board with the project and specializes in crafting heat, corrosion, and wear-resistant alloy castings. They stand ready to take advantage of the newly available facilities that the sand silo will provide.
Initially, city staff found themselves in a bit of a pickle. When they held a concept meeting, they realized that part of the tower’s base had been inadvertently built on city-owned land. This issue meant that city officials couldn’t give a green light to the initial concept for the tower, throwing a wrench in the works.
A Collaborative Solution
Not one to give up easily, Novi Industrial took the initiative to explore obtaining zoning variances. Unfortunately, it turned out that there wasn’t enough space on their own land to accommodate the sand silo—even with the variances. So, they pivoted and asked the city if they could buy a portion of its land instead.
The land in question is located at the scenic southeast corner of the Water Tower Park, situated at the intersection of Novi Road and Trans X. This strategic location will add convenience for both the construction and future operations.
Councilwoman Priya Gurumurthy expressed a concern during discussions about needing to ensure that land ownership was confirmed before any construction began on surrounding properties. Keeping a careful watch over property rights is always a priority for city officials. Meanwhile, the city attorney, Thomas Schultz, pointed out that such a situation is likely a rare occurrence and won’t easily be addressed by changing regulations.
Reaching an Agreement
In a stroke of cooperation, Novi Industrial worked hand-in-hand with city staff to determine how to carve up the land fairly. Instead of merely granting an easement to the company, they found a way to sell just under 0.783 acres of land that would meet the needs of both the city and the industrial firm.
Importantly, this sale does not touch the developed areas of the Water Tower Park or the actual water tower, ensuring that community amenities remain well intact. As part of the transaction, Novi Industrial has agreed to maintain continuous access from Trans X Road to the city’s water tower, assuring that city operations run smoothly.
They’ve also included a declaration of ingress and egress along with a utility easement for good measure, further securing the city’s interests.
Next Steps
Once the sale is completed, Novi Industrial will still need to put in a request for site plan approval before breaking ground. The Novi City Council has unanimously approved this sale, reflecting a strong commitment to fostering local industry while maintaining responsible city governance.
All funds raised from this sale will flow directly into the capital improvement program fund, which is good news for residents. Mayor Justin Fischer has already pointed out that these funds could potentially be used for enhancing pathways at the nearby Villa Barr Art Park, continuing to improve community spaces for everyone to enjoy.
In conclusion, this sale is a big step for both the city of Novi and Novi Industrial LLC. With productive collaboration and a vision for the future, the construction of the sand silo promises to be a beneficial addition to the local landscape, paving the way for progress in the months to come. Get ready, Novi! The best is yet to come!
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- C & G News: City Sells Land to Allow Business to Build Storage Tower
- Wikipedia: Novi, Michigan
- C & G News: Novi Industrial LLC Secures Land for Sand Silo
- Google Search: Sand Silo Construction
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Storage Structure
